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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 31, 1949

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Chinese communists claim peace forces surrender

Hong Kong dispatch quotes United Press and Reuters on the Hewargtung front. Claims from Shanghai say Chinese wartime leaders and Chiang Kai-shek era figures influence the city. A new Shanghai regime sets the exchange rate at 100,000 yuan to a Communist banknote amid debated legitimacy.

Umea SoUlnna Foun Hewargtung Ringimerit Luis Thow Kwongehor United Press Shanghai Chis Thhw Doviel Spalteanen Caramunut

Seoul minister indicted for bribery

Seoul government indicts the only woman cabinet member Miss Luoise Yim Minister of Commerce and Industry for alleged acceptance of bribes and irregularities in the performance of her duties after a special investigation by government officials.

Seoul Luoise ‘Yim Commerce and Industry

Soviet Ambassador Leaves China Amid Political Shifts

The Soviet ambassador departs Beijing amid signals of a possible shift toward Maoist alignment. Reports note assurances from Communist supporters and hints of extended cooperation with the Chinese government, while observers watch for how Moscow will recognize rival regimes and future envoy movements. In other brief items, a major fire destroys Philp’s department store in Fiji after a severe weather incident.

Large-Scale Revolt in Abyssinia Reported by Radio

A reported large revolt in Abyssinia circulated after a radio broadcast cited by a newspaper, claiming heavy battles near Addis Ababa and government withdrawals to halt fighting. It recalled the emperor's safety and described tensions between Abyssinian factions amid Italian involvement.

Abyssinia London Webeoth Rolsi Rame Radio Fron Aban Nevapapere Addin Abassey Ad Eba Rome Peti Abyasinia

Ferrier Reaches Golf Semi Final In Tough Round

Ferrier won a close quarter final match 34-32 over Mattle and led by two holes at the 24th. Ferrey played brilliant golf while Mentier, two down early, fought back with a par 34 end 37 to remove Ferrier from the next round.

Lough Ferrier Briliant Cott Wortier Mentier

Police investigate Derby horse doping rumors at Epsom

A garbled report from London notes authorities probing two horses after a poling incident at Epsom. The article states a polter guard will be placed on Derby entries while officials examine what occurred and who was involved.

London

Tin mine strikers clash with Bolivian police in La Paz

At least 150 people killed in fighting at Patino tin mines as native miners clash with Bolivian police. American engineers and South American executives were seized as hostages. Government troops moved in, fortifications strengthened, and mining operations suspended amid escalating violence and international concern.

Lapaz Bolivia Ap Imant Beyma Patino Nnid Croops tNhe Moruro Alicia Geve Lanfost Bnehl Peinnbeck Mile Nandauartera Ana Ainiy ATL Warhington Moniny Epadmarndes Dente Munn Cynthia Hodgson Allah Renate Onte Ambaasadit Sreeeb Ain I Tarik Willian Umm al Tea Coniyanel Deeinha Peru Blake Dea Achawon Benaie State Department Armas Saalatanice Romiona

Rail strike disrupts 90 long distance trains and 200 local services

A northeast England rail strike halted all services yesterday with more than 90 long distance and 200 local trains cancelled. A spokesman warned the stoppage would recur every weekend including the coming Whitsun holiday, extending into next week.

London Mundy Tora Cohen North-Osat

Treasurer Killed in Chilean Incident Report

Fragmentary report from Washington states a treasurer named Tremere or Sulla died in Chile amid unclear circumstances. The text references dates, names, and agencies but lacks coherent details and full identification.

Americans win tennis doubles in Paris at Feroven event

In Paris on Monday the Americans won both men and women doubles titles at the Feroven championships. Stinn and partner defeated Consaien for the men’s title, while Loulae Brough and Margaret Ospera took the women’s doubles. Details of scores and other pairings are listed, with British players also mentioned in mixed results.

Pala Paria Fair F. Pare Consaien AL Moan Pennin Ant Star Mim Loulae Brough Dra Margaret Ospera Dahl

Australians Triumph in Rhodesia Tennis Match

In Halisbury Monnay, the Australians dominated Rhodesia with strong performances. The results featured Mew Lang and Bins Pitch defeating Irvine and partner, Worthington and Love pairing, and Brown with Workington beating Morris and Mackay. The Australian team secured multiple straight-set wins and sealed the encounter with decisive sets.

Halisbury Jevine G. Worthington Misa Mel Witeon Mien Love Irvine 417 Brown Workington Wat Morris

Test Team Captains Named in English Selection

The English selection committee announced that F. G. Mann of Middlesex will captain Bupland in the upcoming trial match against New Zealand. Hutton Cyril Waahbronk Denain Compton and Alen Bed also feature, with host Jaret observed after the Worth Konth Heat.

F. G. Mann Middlesex Bupland New Zealand Deginilg Hutton Cyril Waahbronk Denain Compton Alen Bed Wo Alksely Jaret Yysit Jo Aehieth Degen

Attack on Malayan Terrorists Reported in Singapore

A chaotic report from Singapore describes clashes with Malayan terrorists. A bandit attack near Selangor left several wounded, including a Grenadier Guards sergeant, while a survivor wore a black shirt with three gold stars.

Singapore Wange Am Belanaor Selangor

Uranium field safety and a bus crash scene emerge

Melbourne reports prompt expert cautions on uranium mining safety as a deadly bus crash near Spit Bridge prompts emergency responses. Rescuers battled fumes and vehicle debris as survivors and bystanders aided victims.

Xavier as patron of Australia and Japan

Fragmentary report describes a chaotic scene with injuries among many individuals, listing ages and locations such as Darley Plateau and Collaroy while noting a public disturbance. Mentions of authorities and references to a patronage role for Xavier amid unrest.

Xavier Australia Japan

Moscow eyes tighter control of Cominform activities

Fragmented report describes Soviet efforts to tighten influence over Cominform operations and align allied parties. It mentions Prague, Berlin, and workers groups, with references to leadership figures and international labor networks amid wartime era tensions.

London Mai Moscow Paris Stockholm Daily Mail

Eisler Seeks Compensation From Britain

London Monday reports American Communist leader Gerhard Eisler seeks compensation from the Home Secretary after Bow Street magistrate released him on Friday. Eisler claims he was illegally removed from a foreign air on a charge later deemed groundless, following a U.S. application.

London Gerhard Eisler Home Secretary Eisler Bow Street United States Stanes

Africans stone mounted police in Johannesburg clash

Reported across Mond Africans attacked mounted police in Johannesburg after meetings. Witnesses say violence erupted as crowds confronted security forces with stones and debris, while authorities investigated claims of provocations and arrests followed by tense street confrontations.

Johannesburg Eng Sem Kahn Feos

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